Culture Shock

Comedy Fest Stand Up Competition prelims start Aug. 31

Got jokes? Then get ready for the Charleston Comedy Festival’s Stand Up Competition. The four preliminary rounds kick off Fri. Aug. 31 and continue through Nov. 2 at Theatre 99. You can register to compete at charlestoncomedyfestival.com (fee is $20), or just show up to watch — and vote for your favorite contestants.

Fourteen comedians will perform five-minute sets each round, and the top five performers will move on to the next round. The semi-finals, also judged by the audience, will take place Nov. 16 and 17. The finals on Dec. 1 will have a panel of official judges. For more info on competing, contact Brandy Sullivan or Greg Tavares at (843) 853-6687.